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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 3

Important Dates For 2026 Minnesota Vikings Revealed: Quarterback battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy set to begin

The 2026 Minnesota Vikings are going to be fascinating to watch for a multitude of reasons. After firing general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the head coach Kevin O’Connell is perceived as the man in power.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3

Vikings Reveal Dates for Offseason Workouts, Minicamps

The NFL announced offseason workout dates for all 32 teams on Friday. Things will officially start for the Vikings on Monday, April 20. Minnesota will begin OTA offseason workouts on May 26 and May 27.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 3

Vikings NFL Draft: One wide receiver prospect Minnesota could target in each round, highlighted by height-weight-speed prospects

When looking at how the NFL Draft will go for the Minnesota Vikings, there are multiple paths. They could focus on the trenches, which the fanbase has been begging for the last few years.

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3

How Kyler Murray Can Help Vikings Counter the 'Justin Jefferson Program'

Every time an NFL defense prepares to play the Minnesota Vikings, the first thing on their agenda is to map out how they're going to cover Justin Jefferson.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza's big issue among latest intel

Alabama QB Ty Simpson appears to be tumbling down draft boards

Steelers-Seahawks trade proposal lands Pittsburgh a second first-round pick

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

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Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 3

Is There a Chance Caleb Downs Falls to the Vikings at Pick 18?

Much of the conversation around the Vikings' first-round pick at No. 18 overall has centered around Oregon safety Dillon Thieneman, who projects as a logical replacement for Minnesota if Harrison Smith ultimately elects to retire.

Kyler Murray News / Yardbarker / April 3

NFL executives rip Cardinals for Kyler Murray decision

For a piece published on Friday, Mike Sando of The Athletic spoke with multiple unnamed NFL executives who seemed baffled by how the Cardinals handled Murray.

What Kevin O’Connell told J.J. McCarthy about Vikings signing Kyler Murray

Vikings may have wild Kyler Murray, J.J. McCarthy, Carson Wentz plan in mind

Former teammate of Vikings' Kyler Murray addresses concerns about his work ethic

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 3

Latest NFL Draft intel gives the Minnesota Vikings a chance at franchise changing player they didn’t have before

The Minnesota Vikings’ offseason strategy has been one of the more fascinating to follow. They entered with more than $46 million in salary cap space and had to maneuver underneath the cap and add players to the roster.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 2

Stephon Gilmore retires from the NFL as a legend

All-everything cornerback Stephon Gilmore has played his last snap in the NFL.

Eagles owner seems to say plenty about Nick Sirianni hot-seat rumors

Texans owner makes big statement about uncertain future of C.J. Stroud

NFL executive gives Raiders some Maxx Crosby advice after failed Ravens trade

NFL executives split on Colts' controversial Daniel Jones decisions

What Kevin O’Connell told J.J. McCarthy about signing Kyler Murray

Stephon Gilmore News / Field Level Media / April 2

Former top defender Stephon Gilmore retires after 13 seasons

Former NFL Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore formally announced his retirement on Thursday. The five-time Pro Bowl cornerback over 13 NFL seasons didn't play in 2025.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 2

Former Minnesota Vikings defender makes a crucial decision about his NFL future

After a disastrous series of events in the 2024 offseason at the cornerback position, the Minnesota Vikings pivoted to the free agency pool. With the loss of Mekhi Blackmon to a torn ACL and Khyree Jackson to a tragic car accident, they needed a starting caliber cornerbacks.

Stephon Gilmore News / Gridiron Heroics / April 2

5x Pro Bowler Stephon Gilmore Announces Retirement from NFL

Stephon Gilmore was one of the top cornerbacks over the last 15 years. Being able to strike fear into the opposing quarterback and lock down a top wide receiver.

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Stephon Gilmore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 2

Veteran CB Stephon Gilmore Officially Announces Retirement

Veteran CB Stephon Gilmore announced on his Instagram that he’s retiring from the NFL after 13 seasons in the league. Gilmore, 35, was taken with the No.

Stephon Gilmore News / Pro Football Rumors / April 2

Stephon Gilmore Announces Retirement

Former Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore is calling it a career. The 13-year veteran cornerback announced his retirement Thursday via social media.

Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 2

Minnesota Vikings’ decision to sign Kyler Murray looks even smarter now after Kirk Cousins’ contract with Las Vegas Raiders

One of the best values in the NFL this upcoming season will be Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray. The Vikings will pay him just $1.3 million, with the Arizona Cardinals paying him over $36 million.

Minnesota Vikings News / Yardbarker / April 2

What Kevin O’Connell told J.J. McCarthy about Vikings signing Kyler Murray

The perception exists that the Vikings signed quarterback Kyler Murray because head coach Kevin O’Connell views Murray as an upgrade over and an eventual replacement for McCarthy.

Four former franchise quarterbacks are still waiting for their next opportunity

Vikings make $18 million decision on key wide receiver

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Minnesota Vikings News / A to Z Sports / April 1

Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell doubles down on their quarterback strategy ahead of 2026 season, focusing on one key stat

Throughout the offseason, the Minnesota Vikings have made adding to the quarterback position their biggest priority. J.J. McCarthy spent the majority of the last two seasons injured, having started and played in just 10 of a possible 35 games.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 1

Vikings 3-Round Mock Draft: Adding Another Offensive Weapon at Pick 18

It's April, which means it's NFL draft month. In just over three weeks, we're going to finally find out who the Vikings are taking with the 18th overall pick (or a later pick after trading back).

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 1

Vikings Owner Confident Minneapolis Can Land 2028 NFL Draft

Vikings owner Mark Wilf is confident that Minneapolis can land the 2028 NFL Draft, which would mark the first time the event has ever been held in the state.

Minnesota Vikings News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / April 1

Vikings Finally Have the Quarterbacks to Unleash KOC's Proven Winning Formula

Kevin O'Connell's winning recipe isn't a secret. When the Vikings avoid turning the football over, the results are overwhelmingly good. Since 2022, O'Connell's Vikings are a staggering 35-5 when they don't lose the turnover battle, but just 8-22 when they do.

Minnesota Vikings News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 31

Bettors peg Minnesota as biggest liability in 2026 season

The Minnesota Vikings are becoming a serious problem for sportsbooks, and that is exactly the kind of problem a fanbase wants heading into a new season.

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